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Caribbean Spinach Rice Recipe

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Description

This Caribbean Spinach Rice Recipe is a new twist on a classic Caribbean dish. It's an easy and delicious way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. This dish is perfect for vegetarians who want a hearty meal or for anyone who loves the taste of Caribbean food.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is about 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups of water
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can of diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups of fresh spinach, chopped

Equipment

  • A medium-sized pot with a lid
  • A wooden spoon for stirring
  • A knife for chopping vegetables

Method

  1. Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and set aside.
  2. In a medium-sized pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  4. Add the cumin, thyme, salt, and black pepper and stir to combine.
  5. Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir to coat the rice in the spices and oil.
  6. Add the water, black beans, and diced tomatoes to the pot and stir to combine.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
  8. Simmer the rice for 18-20 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is cooked through.
  9. Remove the pot from the heat and add the chopped spinach to the pot.
  10. Stir the spinach into the rice until it has wilted.
  11. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

Notes

This recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free. You can also add some hot sauce or cayenne pepper to add some heat. You can also substitute the spinach with kale or collard greens.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 220
  • Protein: 8g
  • Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Sugar: 3g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to rinse the rice before cooking to remove any excess starch.
  • Use a pot with a tight-fitting lid to ensure that the rice cooks evenly.
  • If you don't have canned tomatoes, you can use fresh tomatoes instead.
  • Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your liking.
  • You can also top the rice with some fresh cilantro or sliced avocado for some extra flavor.

Enjoy this delicious and healthy Caribbean Spinach Rice Recipe!


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